The Swift Assist

*This blog entry contains affiliate links. Any purchases might support a very small business trying to thrive I stopped buying birthday cakes about 8 years ago when I discovered how easy it is to make a trifle and customize it. My kids have asked for a trifle for every birthday and holiday since. All my trifles use homemade whipped cream. My standing kitchen aid mixer for whipping my cream is a workhorse I've had for 11 years and still performs as brand new. Whipping your own cream is about...

Watch full process video here: Tools: Cookie Sheet Pizza Cutter Parchment Paper Sheet Knife Ingredients 1 small gala apple, sliced very thin 1/3 block of brie cheese wheel of choice 1/2 sheet of frozen puff pastry- I used about 1/3 of the sheet. This will vary based on the size squares you prefer 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar 2 Tablespoons honey Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 Roll out puff pastry and cut into squares (about 2.5"-4") Slice apple and brie into similar size length and...

My double chocolate cookies from start to finish. They are SO good! This is a tried and true recipe. My standing mixer is a workhorse . More importantly, it's unmatched quality. Why? I have had it for 11 years and it's never failed or had an issue. No repairs, no kinks, no issues whatsoever. Mixers aren't for everyone, but it's a must for me as I spend a lot of time in the kitchen. I use it at least twice a week. This is the one I use. Why parchment paper ? 1. They are cheap! 2. The pans...